Consider investing in a furnace thermostat timer that can save money by lowering your home's temperature when you are not at home.

Protect against drafts around windows and doors by caulking and weather-stripping.

If you are purchasing a fireplace, consider selecting one fueled by propane. Propane fireplaces burn more efficiently than wood-burning models and distribute heat more evenly throughout the room.

Water Heaters

If you haven't already, consider switching to a propane water heater. Over time, propane water heaters can cost up to one-third less to operate and they recover hot water twice as quickly as electric water heaters.

You can save more than 10 percent on your water-heating bill by turning down your water heater from 120 degrees to 115 degrees.

To extend your water heater's life and increase energy efficiency, drain it every 6 months to remove lime deposits and sediment.

Install flow-restricting shower heads. You can reduce hot water usage by up to 50 percent without affecting shower pressure.

Repair leaky faucets. A leak that fills a coffee cup in 10 minutes wastes 3,200 gallons of water a year.

Home Appliances

Gas ranges with electronic ignition systems will use 40 percent less energy than a standing pilot system.

Be sure that all burners are burning with a blue, cone-shaped flame. A yellow flame indicates clogged air inlets or burners that need adjustment. Contact us immediately if you do not see a blue flame.

Check the seal on your oven door. Gaps or tears in the seal will let heat escape and waste energy.

Run washing machines, clothes dryers, and dishwashers with a full load.

Paying bills can be stressful. We understand that, so we created the EasyPay program. Think of it as a savings account. Each month, you'll pay a set amount based on your average annual usage and in turn, helps offset the larger amounts you'll see on your winter bills. By the time the heating season hits, you've saved the credit to pay your bills free of stress. Call your local Blue Star Gas office to see if our EasyPay program works for you, or
register online today!